Program Assistant (4133U), Residential & Family Living - #69857

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Departmental Overview

University Village provides family housing, residential and recreation programs to serve the families of students, staff, faculty and the community at large in a variety of social, cultural and physical activities. Programs include the Bear Pantry, Village Garden and our Teen Program among other community events that are free resources within the Village to support our community's needs. Currently, the University Village, located in Albany 4 miles from UCB campus, is comprised of about 2400 students and families in 974 housing units.

Application Review Date

The First Review Date for this job is: June 14, 2024

Responsibilities

• Supports the residential community through assisting in executing programs, events, and services at University Village Albany.
• Administrative responsibilities such as sending emails, filling out forms, attending staff meetings and completing required trainings.
• Provide feedback to the supervisor to expand the needs of the diverse University Village Albany community.
• Participates in disaster response preparedness, and assists residents if emergencies occur.
• Interacts with program participants in a positive manner.
• Facilitates in providing activities to program participants and visitors, individually or in groups. This includes daily standard operations, duties and administration.

Required Qualifications

• Working knowledge of program activity practices and procedures.
• Requires verbal and written communication in the English language, active listening, dynamic flexibility, critical thinking, multi-task and time management skills.
• Able to exercise independent sound judgment and employ reasoning skills.
• Client service minded, entrepreneurial spirit and creative thinking.
• Basic Computer Knowledge.
• Knowledge of campus policies and procedures.

Salary & Benefits

For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University, please visit the University of California's Compensation & Benefits website.

Under California law, the University of California, Berkeley is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role and should not offer a salary outside of the range posted in this job announcement. This range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, analysis of internal equity, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience.

The budgeted hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $18.07-$20.32

• This is variable, 37.5% part-time (15 hours per week), contract position that is not eligible for UC benefits.
• This position is non-exempt and bi-weekly.

How to Apply

To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter.

Conviction History Background

This is a designated position requiring fingerprinting and a background check due to the nature of the job responsibilities. Berkeley does hire people with conviction histories and reviews information received in the context of the job responsibilities. The University reserves the right to make employment contingent upon successful completion of the background check.

Mandated Reporter

This position has been identified as a Mandated Reporter required to report the observed or suspected abuse or neglect of children, dependent adults, or elders to designated law enforcement or social service agencies. We reserve the right to make employment contingent upon completion of signed statements acknowledging the responsibilities of a Mandated Reporter.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. For more information about your rights as an applicant, please see the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission poster.

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